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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
This unit introduces students to the concept of evidence based practice (EBP) and its application to quality improvement in health care. Using the principles of inquiry-based learning, students will examine research and evidence based case studies to understand how clinical problems can be addressed and clinical knowledge expanded using research and evidence based practice. An evidence based practice model will be applied as the framework to encourage students to engage with and critique the current evidence base of clinical practices. The unit will introduce the principles of qualitative, quantitative and mixed method research approaches, the research process and ethical issues around undertaking research.
Students must pass two units NCS1101 or NUR1101 and NCS1102 or NUM1102
Only students studying courses C33, Y61 or Y76 can enrol in this unit.
Unit was previously coded NCS1202
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Students will attend on campus classes as well as engage in learning activities through ECU Blackboard.
| Joondalup | Mount Lawley | South West (Bunbury) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | 13 x 2 hour lecture | Not Offered | 13 x 1 hour lecture |
| Semester 2 | 13 x 2 hour tutorial | Not Offered | 13 x 2 hour tutorial |
For more information see the Semester Timetable
Students will engage in learning experiences through ECU Blackboard as well as additional ECU learning technologies.
Interactive learning activities (18 hours), tutorials (18 hours).
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Assignment | Critique of a journal article | 20% |
| Assignment | Literature search protocol | 40% |
| Essay | Literature review | 40% |
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Assignment | Critique of a journal article | 20% |
| Assignment | Literature search protocol | 40% |
| Essay | Literature review | 40% |
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
This unit introduces students to the concept of evidence based practice (EBP) and its application to quality improvement in health care. Using the principles of inquiry-based learning, students will examine research and evidence based case studies to understand how clinical problems can be addressed and clinical knowledge expanded using research and evidence based practice. An evidence based practice model will be applied as the framework to encourage students to engage with and critique the current evidence base of clinical practices. The unit will introduce the principles of qualitative, quantitative and mixed method research approaches, the research process and ethical issues around undertaking research.
Students must pass two units NCS1101 or NUR1101 and NCS1102 or NUM1102
Only students studying courses C33, Y61 or Y76 can enrol in this unit.
Unit was previously coded NCS1202
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Students will attend on campus classes as well as engage in learning activities through ECU Blackboard.
| Joondalup | Mount Lawley | South West (Bunbury) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | 13 x 2 hour lecture | Not Offered | 13 x 1 hour lecture |
| Semester 2 | 13 x 2 hour tutorial | Not Offered | 13 x 2 hour tutorial |
For more information see the Semester Timetable
Students will engage in learning experiences through ECU Blackboard as well as additional ECU learning technologies.
Interactive learning activities (18 hours), tutorials (18 hours).
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Assignment | Literature search protocol | 20% |
| Assignment | Critique of a journal article | 40% |
| Essay | Literature review | 40% |
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Assignment | Literature search protocol | 20% |
| Assignment | Critique of a journal article | 40% |
| Essay | Literature review | 40% |
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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